Women's Motorsports Network Podcast
Women's Motorsports Network Podcast shares the stories of women involved in motorsports from around the world. My first episode was in 2018 and I continue to add new episodes each week. Feel free to suggest potential guests to me at iwmanation@gmail.com
Melinda Russell
Podcasting since 2018 • 317 episodes
Women's Motorsports Network Podcast
Latest Episodes
Why This Woman Chose a Ford Edge for the Drag Strip—and Made It Fast
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. Cierra talks about her journey in...
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Season 9
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Episode 354
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44:45
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Young and Fearless: Claire DeBeaupre Talks Racing, Family, and F1 Dreams
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 journey, love for speed...
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Season 9
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Episode 353
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30:04
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Behind the Wheel with Michelle Lackey: Alaska’s Lady Track Boss
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 track in A...
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Season 9
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Episode 352
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51:05
Empowering Girls in Racing: Inside the Della Penna Foundation
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. Michele shares how her upbringing in a ...
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Season 9
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Episode 351
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34:22
Overcoming Bullying and Finding Strength Through Racing: Jillian Cole’s Story
🎧 Host: Melinda Russell 🎤 Guest: Jillian ColeEpisode 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 mot...
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Season 9
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Episode 350
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26:05
