Explore every episode of the podcast The Blind Apex Podcast
| Title | Pub. Date | Duration | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Episode 155: Making Car Adjustments | 23 Nov 2025 | 01:00:34 | |
GLTC Legend, Eric Kutil (joins me to expand on the thoughts about "if you aren't making adjustments ever session, you aren't trying to go faster." If you like what you hear... share the podcast with friends and/or consider supporting the podcast through buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcast | |||
| Episode 154: Honda Challenge to GR CUP | 16 Nov 2025 | 01:27:24 | |
Patrick Brunson and Scott Adams join me to talk about Patricks journey from Honda Challenge (which he still wants to race) to GR CUP (aka Spec 86)... we even get into how they compare Iracing data to the data from the actual car... and use it to prepare. If you like what you hear, please share the podcast with friends! | |||
| Episode 145: Fast Food... | 14 Sep 2025 | 01:28:52 | |
Sustenance is important... and we all ignore it at the track for various reasons. I sit down with Eli from Evilla Motorsports to talk about the what, when, and how of eating at the race track... even on a budget! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast.... or support the podcast at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcast | |||
| Episode 56: The State of the Podcast | 31 Dec 2023 | 01:16:32 | |
Jason Lineberg (@clearbrookspeedshed) comes back on the show to talk about where the Podcast is... where it is heading... and the 1 year celebration giveaways that will happen in January. | |||
| Episode 55: The "Traditional" Motorsports Path and the Skills You Should Get Along the Way. | 24 Dec 2023 | 01:17:30 | |
I sat down with drifter and rookie w2w racer Emanuel Hernandez and GLTC Champ Tom O'Gorman to talk about the "traditional path" of autox, hpde, and time attack to get you to wheel to wheel racing... and the skills we think you need to focus on with each discipline to make you better when you race wheel to wheel. | |||
| Episode 54: An Old Friends Path to Working on a Pro Team | 17 Dec 2023 | 00:53:44 | |
I sit down with old internet friend Dave Marino (@dave__marino) to catch up and to talk about his journey to working for @random_vandals_racing .... If you are looking to work for a pro team... he has some great advice. | |||
| Episode 53: Aerodynamics 101 - The Basics | 10 Dec 2023 | 00:52:53 | |
Most of us don't have a wind tunnel or even access to computer aided aero design... yet our classes allow for aero. I sit down with AJ Hartman (www.ajhartmanaero.com) to talk about the basics and get a better grasp on where the grassroots racer should be concentrating. AJ spends a lot of time using CFD and actual wind tunnel time and he was happy to share his knowledge with us! | |||
| Episode 52: FIRST EVER Track Day | 03 Dec 2023 | 00:43:31 | |
Its been a while since I had my first track day experience.... so I sat down with Jared Mason (@jaredmason2) after his FIRST WEEKEND on track... and it was a great one! If you know someone going to the track for the first time... its part of your duty to help them... and this episode will definitely do that! | |||
| Episode 51: Being a series leader, building a new car, and how much you should hate cheaters | 26 Nov 2023 | 01:02:10 | |
As soon as I started the podcast, Micheal Young (@trackthatshit) claimed episode 501 (the car number on his Integra Type R)... and as soon as he began building his "new" car... I started talking to him about episode 51 (the car number on his K swapped Civic)... and the rest his history. | |||
| Episode 50: NASAs Super Touring Class(es) | 19 Nov 2023 | 00:59:50 | |
I sat down with Super Touring 4 racer, Mid Atlantic 2023 ST4 Regional Champ, Adam Chugg to go over the "catch all" class for racing... bring your car... any car... and tailor it to your budget, speed needs, and/or desires.... Learn about Super Touring on this podcast! | |||
| Episode 49: My 2023 Race Season Wrap Up with Guest HOST! | 12 Nov 2023 | 01:25:44 | |
Jason Lineberg (@clearbrookspeedshed)... my dear friend, trusted wrench, sounding board for my race program, and bearded wonder... takes the keys to the podcast in my first in person recording... We talk about the 2023 season, the goals for 2024, and how WE are planning to reach those goals. If you want to know how I plan, how I think about my race program... this episode is for you. | |||
| Episode 48: Balance and Evolving a Race Program | 05 Nov 2023 | 00:59:40 | |
I sat down with Dillon (@EJ2_track_rat) to talk about his 2023 season... the balance he needed to strike in his race program (and life) to aim for his goal of being the H2 national champion... He didn't reach his goal, but I'm convinced he will one day... and we talked about some of the lessons learned and how he is evolving his race program to get there one day! | |||
| Episdoe 47: Roll Center Voodoo | 29 Oct 2023 | 00:44:40 | |
I sat down with Ms. Lo Buk herself... Jackie Andrews to talk about the voodoo (to me anyway) that is ROLL CENTER. As mentioned on Jackies Corner Podcast, she was exploring roll center as a tuning option... and doing some reading in engineer books... it looks like my front grip issues might be related to roll center... and she agreed to sit down and talk about how to measure it and its impacts on your handling. | |||
| Episode 144: Toyo R Followup | 07 Sep 2025 | 00:44:28 | |
Some people love it, some hate it, and some people just dont care... the "new" Toyo R has been a "weird" tire to figure out... Ms. Jackie Andrews (lo_buk_motorsports) of LoBuk Motorsports joins me to talk about the Toyo R and her experiences with it... coaching, setup, and overseeing the NE Honda Challenge group that run it. | |||
| Episode 46: SpecE46 | 22 Oct 2023 | 01:17:58 | |
We overcome some of the technical difficulties of recording with 5 people to talk about the newest BMW based spec class in NASA... SPECE46! I was joined by 4 SPECE46 racers to talk about the classes humble beginnings, what it takes to build a car, and how easy it is to go fast in them! | |||
| Episode 45: Dampers and Clicks | 15 Oct 2023 | 01:01:47 | |
In this episode we get back to some hard core learning... with NASA Mid Atlantics own Scott Blair. We learn the basics of how dampers (shocks and struts) work and the basics of adjustment... and where they tie into the "handling" hierarchy of your car. Get a note book out... we are going to SCHOOL! | |||
| Episdoe 44: The 10th Gen Civic SI as a race car?!?!? | 08 Oct 2023 | 00:53:33 | |
If Honda is going to survive in club racing in the "mid term" the 10th Gen Civic Si is going to have to carry the torch! I sit down with Jasper Drengler to discuss the basics... and weaknesses/strengths of the car. Jasper has build a TCA legal 10th gen, not from a body in white, but form a CoPart flood car and raced it successfully. | |||
| Episode 43: Opinions on how to approach the "off season" with Jon from the 91octane Podcast | 01 Oct 2023 | 01:19:11 | |
Offseasons are situationally dependent... what "you" want to do is subjective... Joining me to have some fun, be opinionated, and talk about our 2023 "winter" offseason... the man who brings you cars and Cafe Carrera Coffee... Jon from 91octane! To me, this is where your 2024 race program begins... he might agree but definitely has his opinions! | |||
| Episode 42: 2023 NASA Nationals Lessons Learned | 24 Sep 2023 | 00:53:03 | |
I sat down with "rookie" Honda Challenge Racer to do a little recap of the nationals event and get his perspective on the lessons he learned from "the big event." Patrick is a sim racer turned time trailer.... and now going full tilt at the wheel to wheel discipline. If you have never been to a national level race, you'll definitely learn a thing or two! | |||
| Episode 41: Hillclimbs with Seth Monteleone | 17 Sep 2023 | 00:55:06 | |
Seth Monteleone (@mount_tele_lion) joins me to talk about his passion for hillclimbs! In this episode we talk about some of the history and culture of hillclimbs, as well as car prep and driving styles for these unique motorsports events! | |||
| Episode 40: Arrive and Drive Racing vs Owning Your Own | 10 Sep 2023 | 00:56:28 | |
I sat down with Carey Rouse of the Driven to Compete Podcast to talk Arrive and Drive Racing... We talk money... and compare running a B-Spec car with a Honda Challenge H2 car... its not apples to apples... but it is enlightening! | |||
| Episode 39: Racing in the R*^n with Ross Bentley | 03 Sep 2023 | 01:02:20 | |
In this episode I sit down with Mr. Ross Bentley (race car driver, race coach, author, and podcaster) of the Speed Secret series to talk about racing in the r*^n. I learned a ton from all of his articles and videos on YouTube... and we expand upon them I this podcast. If you need more information from Ross and get more speed secrets... check him out at www.speedsecrets.com | |||
| Episode 38: 2023 NASA Nats Analysis - Honda Challenge H2 | 27 Aug 2023 | 01:25:15 | |
Do you ever wonder what your competition thinks of you?!?!?! Well I sat down with Michael Baldrige of the NASA Great Lakes Region to review the 15 drivers going to nationals to race for the Honda Challenge H2 title. | |||
| Episode 37: TRACK TALK Pitt Race | 20 Aug 2023 | 00:42:10 | |
I am joined by Bill Fischer of Garage Heroes In Training to talk about this "home track," the Pittsburgh International Race Complex... known as Pitt Race! If you are going to 2023 NASA Nationals... you want to listen to this AND go watch the ASM/Tomo YouTube video covering the track. | |||
| Episode 143: Taking Driver Coaching to 11 | 31 Aug 2025 | 00:51:35 | |
Mario Korf joins me to talk about the Speed Secrets Academy... a 2 or 3 day event packed with drills, taught by heavy hitter race coaches, personalized for you! This isnt your average HPDE! If you like what you hear, please share the podcast or consider donating at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcast | |||
| Episode 36: Spec(withnospace)3 | 13 Aug 2023 | 01:18:50 | |
SPEC3... does it really need an intro? It's one of the hottest and fastest growing classes in NASA... and I sat down with Sean Ohara Esq. and Taylor Johnson to talk about the class, the rules, and its growth. If you have a non M E36 laying around... and you don't want to sell it to buy a Honda to race in Honda Challenge... you want to check this out! | |||
| Episode 35: TRACK TALK - Summit Point Raceway (Summit Main) | 06 Aug 2023 | 01:09:59 | |
I'm joined by returning guest, Aldo Alcayaga, an instructor, Honda Challenge racer, and good friend to talk about the track "Summit Main" at Summit Point Raceway. This new series to going to be dedicated to tracks, the amenities, how we see the course layout, and even the history of the tracks. | |||
| Episode 34: I like BIG BRAKES and I cannot lie | 30 Jul 2023 | 01:23:15 | |
On this episode of the podcast... I sit down with Austin Goetz of Wunderladen Racing (https://www.wunderladenracing.com) to talk about who needs a big brake kit, how they are developed, and things to consider when developing one/shopping for one. | |||
| Episode 33: SPEC E30 with Carter Hunt Sr | 23 Jul 2023 | 01:05:45 | |
Fun, simple, durable, cheap... This is the world of Spec E30... and on this episode I sat down with the founder of the class, Carter Hunt Sr, to talk about its founding and what it takes to get a SpecE30 together to go racing. As old as these "German tanks" are... they are still out there for reasonable prices... and make great wheel to wheel race cars. | |||
| Episode 32: Maximizing Dyno Time | 16 Jul 2023 | 01:00:33 | |
In this episode I sat down with Deren Ardinger; Honda Challenge racer, tuner, race car mechanic/guru, and personal friend; to talk about how to find the right tuner, how to prepare for the dyno, and how to maximize your time (to get the best results) on the dyno. Better power curves result in better lap times... if you are going to strap on to the dyno this offseason... this episode is for you! | |||
| Episode 31: Sim Racing with Sim Seats | 09 Jul 2023 | 01:09:35 | |
On this episode I sit down with Zach from @sim.seats (sim-seats.com)to talk about how video games can help you get faster on track... and by video games, I mean DIY and pro built simulation rigs with the right software... we aren't playing with controllers anymore folks! | |||
| Episode 30: What the local Professional Track Photographer can do for you! | 02 Jul 2023 | 00:48:23 | |
In this episode I talk with Tony Politi of www.politipixels.com (@politipixels on IG) about the benefits of getting professional track photography and how to make sure your car looks the best. I've known Tony for over 20 years... he really wants to help the racers and he works hard to make sure your car looks its best in all the photos. | |||
| Episode 29: Social Media, Marketing, and Racing | 25 Jun 2023 | 01:18:36 | |
As a follow up to Episode 13: Sponsorship, I sat down with fellow racer and professional marketing consultant Liv Willis of @horsepower_marketing to get the details on how to develop your brand, work on your social media presence, and become a better partner for potential "sponsors." | |||
| Episode 28: Honda Challenge - Restricted Prep | 18 Jun 2023 | 01:48:04 | |
Do you track a Honda EP3, RSX, or 8th, 9th, or 10th gen civic?!?!?! Do you want to go race it? | |||
| Episode 27: From Student (or racer) to Teacher (instructor) | 11 Jun 2023 | 01:14:23 | |
On this episode I sit down with Dillion (aka EJ2 Track Rat) to explore my desire to potentially become an HPDE Instructor ... and what he thinks it takes to become a good one. If you are looking to save money on practice days and track days... a lot of people look at instructing as an avenue to save that money. | |||
| Episode 142: Are Brake Lines Consumable? | 24 Aug 2025 | 01:04:37 | |
Shawn Bassett of Hel Performance USA joins me to talk brake/hydrolic lines.... wear and potential issues... and we go down a rabbit hole on if they are actually a consumable like I seem to be using them as... If you like what you hear... please share and consider donating to buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcast | |||
| Episode 26: We HART the One Lap of America | 04 Jun 2023 | 01:15:16 | |
I am joined by Nick Amato, an engineer and racer with the Honda America Race Team (HART) to talk about their 2023 One Lap of America campaign. I've always wanted to do One Lap... and here was my chance to get some background from someone who just completed it. If you ever thought about putting a team together... you'll want to give this one a listen! | |||
| Episode 25: HYPERFEST Recap with @stevebrownracing | 28 May 2023 | 01:11:51 | |
2023 Hyperfest has concluded... and at the request of listeners... I'm doing an event recap with Steve Brown... my paddock partner and fellow Honda Challenge racer. | |||
| Episode 24: Tire Pressures and Temps with @32_Racing (J. Baker) | 21 May 2023 | 01:04:25 | |
In this episode I sit down (again) with Jonathan Baker of @32_Racing to talk about tires... specifically how to find your ideal tire pressure, how to adjust it... and how to take tire temps to impact your alignment and find those last 10ths... but most importantly, use your tire optimally and get the best life out of them. | |||
| Episode 23: Honda L Series Swaps with Scott Malloy | 14 May 2023 | 01:15:28 | |
I was able to sit down with Scott Malloy, Grid Life official, car builder, and future GLTC racer to go over the "new" Honda swap. | |||
| Episode 22: Building Race Cars and Honda Challenge H1 with Ryan Bradfield | 07 May 2023 | 01:01:21 | |
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Ryan Bradfield (@hondarcb) to talk about the details required to build a race car... as he is currently building a Honda Challenge H1 J35 powered TSX. If you are building your own or thinking about building one.... we dropped some knowledge on how to keep things clean, reliable, and performing well. | |||
| Episode 21: Health, Fitness, and Racing with Carey Rouse | 30 Apr 2023 | 00:56:41 | |
I got to sit down with Carey Rouse... personal trainer, B-Spec racer, and host of the Driven to Compete podcast to talk about health and fitness and its impacts on racing. If you struggle with fitness and weight like I do... hopefully this helps motivate you a little more. | |||
| Episode 20: SPEC MIATA, crash Miata, spec piñata ... with NO MONEY MOTORSPORTS | 23 Apr 2023 | 01:11:51 | |
On this episode, Jim from nomoneymotorsports.com joins me to talk spec Miata... it pains me to say this, but it is the answer... until you want to have real fun... even Jim knows the joys of Vtec. If you want to get educated on your own alignment, spec Miata, and other motorsports topics... go visit Jims blog! | |||
| Episode 19: RaceFFPod Invades with Honda Swaps and Stuff | 16 Apr 2023 | 01:39:14 | |
Jaime Garcia of the Race FF Pod invades The Blind Apex Podcast.... Jaime and I have too much fun when we get on the mic, but sometimes you need that right? We get into Honda Swaps of the future (leave my K series alone), intro track cars, and some sweet street car dreams. | |||
| Episode 18: HFGT with Jack Cobetto | 09 Apr 2023 | 00:58:55 | |
NASA is bringing a "new" class to the racing world... based on the the Super Touring 4 rules, HFGT intends to bridge the gap between amateur and pro racing. I sat down with Jack Cobetto to discuss how the class came to be and what the future holds. | |||
| Episode 17: Grassroots Endurance Racing with Garage Heroes in Training | 02 Apr 2023 | 01:30:15 | |
On this episode I sat down with Vikici and Bill Fischer of Garage Heroes in Training about grassroots endurance racing. If you are interested in participating or starting your own team... this episode would be good for you. | |||
| Episode 141: Miatas and BRZs with 949 Racing | 17 Aug 2025 | 01:16:20 | |
Long time Miata racer and founder of 949 racing and Super Miata, Emilio, joins me to talk about the basic needs for each chassis and the development of parts for each. If you like what you hear... please share with friends or consider donating at buymeacoffee.com/theblindapexpodcast | |||
| Episode 16: This is HYPERFEST | 26 Mar 2023 | 01:05:17 | |
I sat down with NASA MA Race Director Chris Cobetto about his brain child... HYPERFEST. The first HYPERFEST was one of the most influential race events in my young motorsports "adventure." | |||
| Episode 15: Basic FWD Suspension Setup and Nationals Talk with Jackie Andrews | 19 Mar 2023 | 01:36:10 | |
In this episode I sit down with driving coach, NE Honda Challenge Director, and H1 driver Jackie Andrews to go over the basics of FWD suspension setup and we even had some 2023 Honda Challenge Nationals predictions ... | |||
| Episode 14: Daytona 24 and Endurance Racing ... with a PRO | 12 Mar 2023 | 01:19:42 | |
On this episode I speak with Trevor McClure from StraightChicane.racing about the 2023 Dayton 24 hour... what its like being a professional spotter and strategist... and some tips for the less than professional endurance racing folks! | |||