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Send us a text A Lifestyle Post - Things I want My Kids To Know 1. Happiness is a lot of work. You can’t be lazy or entitled to achieve it. 2. You will make mistakes, and they will only define you if you give it that kind of power. If the lesson is learned, the mistake is worth it. It’s your choice…

Send us a text Granfluencers — Redefining Influence at Any Age Welcome back to the show! Today, we’re diving into a powerful and inspiring trend that's flipping the script on social media marketing — Granfluencers. So, who are Granfluencers? Granfluencers are social media stars typically aged 60 an…

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Send us a text In this episode, Melinda Russell sits down with 22-year-old Carolyn Fitzgerald, a rising star in the Formula 4 West Coast Pro Series. Carolyn shares her unique path into motorsports, beginning with indoor karting and quickly progressing through racing school, licensing, and now compe…

Send us a text On this episode of the Women's Motorsports Network Podcast, host Melinda Russell sits down with Mara Henderson—a third-generation racer, UNOH alum, and current admissions representative for the University of Northwestern Ohio. From her childhood days racing modified go-karts in Michi…

Send us a text Wendy Dickson – A Life Fueled by Racing In this heartfelt episode of the Women’s Motorsports Network Podcast, host Melinda Russell chats with longtime Arizona racing fan, former driver, and shop helper Wendy Dickson (Harrington). Wendy shares her deep roots in motorsports, starting f…

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Send us a text In this heartfelt and revealing episode, Melinda Russell sits down with Dell Hamilton, a serial entrepreneur, former NASCAR team owner, and longtime supporter of women in racing. Dell shares how he used NASCAR not just for the thrill of the sport, but as a powerful tool to build last…

Send us a text Episode Summary: Meet 16-year-old Paiten Burnham, the fearless driver behind the purple quarter midgets lighting up the USAC NASCAR Youth Series. In this episode, Paiten shares how her mom’s racing legacy, her ...

Send us a text In this powerful episode, Melinda Russell sits down with trailblazer Julie Giese, President of the NASCAR Chicago Street Race and a 25-year veteran of the motorsports industry. From her early days on a Wisconsi...

Send us a text In this episode, host Melinda Russell welcomes Jacqueline Rumley , a lifelong motorsports enthusiast, educator, and industry professional, to the show. Jacqueline shares her journey from growing up immersed in ...

Send us a text In this episode of the Women's Motorsports Network Podcast , host Melinda Russell welcomes Hannah Doll , a motorsports management student at Belmont Abbey College who also works in social media and events for F...

Send us a text In this episode of the Women’s Motorsports Network Podcast , host Melinda Russell talks with Dana Teague , General Manager of the upcoming High Performance Expo (HPX) , set for June 3–5, 2025 in Charlotte, Nort...

Send us a text In this inspiring episode, host Melinda Russell chats with Elisa Noelle , whose journey into motorsports didn’t follow the traditional path. From falling in love with a yellow Fox Body Mustang as a child to man...

Send us a text In this episode, 15-year-old go-kart racer Lily McKnight shares her powerful journey into motorsports. From being trackside as a toddler to racing in junior and adult karting classes, Lily opens up about overco...

Send us a text How NASCAR's First-Ever Street Race Transformed a City and Reimagined Fan Engagement In this inspiring episode, Melinda Russell welcomes NASCAR executive Julie Giese to share her remarkable journey in motorspor...

Send us a text In this inspiring episode, Melinda Russell chats with Brittany Bennett, a passionate 15-year-old racer from Augusta, Michigan. Brittany shares her journey into motorsports, fueled by her father Nate Bennett's r...

Send us a text In this episode, Melinda Russell sits down with Cierra Scott, a wife, mom, and fearless drag racer from Kentucky. What makes her story unique? She races a 2020 Ford Edge ST —yes, an SUV—on the drag strip. Cierr...

Send us a text In this episode of the Women’s Motorsports Network Podcast , host Melinda Russell chats with 9-year-old Claire DeBeaupre , a quarter midget racer from King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Claire shares her racing jou...

Send us a text In this episode of the Women’s Motorsports Network Podcast , host Melinda Russell sits down with the incredible Michelle Lackey , the powerhouse behind Alaska Raceway Park —the only NASCAR and NHRA-sanctioned t...

Send us a text In this inspiring episode, Melinda Russell welcomes back Michele Della Penna — founder of the Della Penna Foundation — to talk about her powerful mission to expose young girls to the world of motorsports. Miche...

Send us a text 🎧 Host: Melinda Russell 🎤 Guest: Jillian Cole Episode Summary: In this episode, we sit down with 16-year-old outlaw kart racer Jillian Cole — a driven young woman from California with a growing passion for moto...

Send us a text 🚗💨 Meet Jenna Johnson! A passionate racer and devoted mom, Jenna's journey in motorsports is all about family, fun, and empowerment. From her childhood memories of riding on her dad's race car to competing in t...