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
Episodes
234 episodes
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Rachel Wilkins
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Rachel Wilkins
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3:50
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Tiffani McElhose
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Tiffani McElhose
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Season 7
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Episode 270
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5:41
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Kristen Hammer
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Kristen Hammer
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Season 7
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Episode 269
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6:32
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: KJ Massey
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: KJ Massey
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Season 7
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Episode 268
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12:23
Stories from the WMN News Magazine: Abby Jolly Reimer
Story about Abby Jolly Reimer from the WMN News Magazine.
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Season 7
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Episode 267
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6:57
I'm BACK!!!! New Podcast Episodes Coming Soon
Knee replacementUpper respiratory infectionSprained footThat's what I've dealt with since February...one thing after another.But I'm finally feeling back to normal and will be recording new podcast episodes as well as sharin...
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Season 7
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Episode 266
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9:14
Women's Motorsports Network with guest Tami Bandimere June 2024
Tami Bandimere, a third-generation owner-operator of Bandimere Speedway, reflects on the storied history of the racetrack with immense pride and gratitude for her family's long-standing involvement in the sport. She underscores the founding pri...
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Episode 265
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59:36
EPISODE 264: Drifting: The art of controlled chaos with MacKenzie Nelson, Sara Lancaster and Tasha Cosgrove April 23 2024
MacKenzie Nelson, Sara Lancaster and Tasha Cosgrove are three women with a deep-seated passion for the exhilarating world of motorsports, specifically drifting. MacKenzie's perspective, shaped by her journey and experiences at the Brainerd Inte...
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Season 7
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Episode 264
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54:25
Episode 263: Deni Jensen, Female Trailblazer in Drag Racing
Deni Jensen is a renowned figure in the drag racing world, originally from northwest Arkansas. She cultivated her love for the high-octane sport through her father's teachings and intensified her skills under the mentorship of high-profile race...
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Season 7
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Episode 263
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38:41
EPISODE 262: Bree Sandlin is Driving Change for Women in Motorsports
Bree Sandlin, the Vice President of Marketing for Lubricants for North America at Shell, has a rich background in the lubricant and car care industry, starting her journey in corporate litigation consulting before transitioning to marketing at ...
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Season 7
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Episode 262
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42:13
Trailblazing Slinger Speedway--1st Female Safety Director in Motorsports Shelley Greenwald
Shelley Greenwald is an accomplished safety director at Slinger Speedway, with a rich background in emergency response and healthcare that includes service as a registered nurse at St. Luke's Hospital and as a firefighter and paramedic in Susse...
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Season 7
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Episode 261
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47:13
From Volunteer to Race Director: Emily Heisler's Inspirational Journey
Emily Heisler, a 27-year-old Wisconsin resident and Race Director for the Mid-Am Series, has a profound passion for motorsports, a journey that started as a volunteer and photographer. Emily's perspective on women in motorsport, shaped by a dec...
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Season 7
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Episode 260
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1:05:34
Attracting Younger Audiences to Motorsports Through Social Media with Brooke Pulice, Great Lakes Super Sprints
Brooke Pulice, a graduate of Saginaw Valley State University, brings her expertise in marketing and sales to Great Lakes Super Sprints as their social media and PR manager. Possessing a deep passion for motorsports sparked during a college mark...
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Season 7
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Episode 259
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37:31
Optimizing Athletic Success Through Mental Coaching with Shayne McGowan
Shayne McGowan, a sports performance expert specializing in the mental aspect of athletic success, is known for his work under Mental Edge Performance, a service he founded to help athletes enhance their mental game in sports, particularly in m...
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Season 7
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Episode 258
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57:36
Preserving Lost Speedways: Paige Verney's Inspiring Mission
Paige Verney, a dedicated mother and racing enthusiast, is the founder of Maine's Lost Speedways. Alongside her role as a stay-at-home mom, she passionately pursues the history of lost speedways, particularly in Maine, and shares her insights o...
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Season 7
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Episode 257
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39:48
Women in Motorsports with Taylor Kitchen: Breaking Barriers and Making History
Taylor Kitchen, a dynamic individual with a background in PR and marketing, hails from a small town where she grew up as a triplet before finding her passion in the male-dominated field of motorsports. Her perspective on women's role in this in...
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Season 7
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Episode 256
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44:21
The Ultimate Guide to Hartford Speedway with Co-Owner Leah Dibble
Leah Dibble, a fervent racing enthusiast and co-owner of the Hartford Speedway, has a rich background in demolition derbies and a shared passion for asphalt racing with her husband, Tim. Leah's perspective on the Hartford Speedway is one of imm...
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Season 7
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Episode 254
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40:45
Stories from WMN-Featuring Bree Arnold from Sept 2023 Issue
Stories from Women's Motorsports Network (WMN)Founder Melinda Russell reads the stories of women that have been featured in the WMN News online magazine.
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Season 7
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Episode 253
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6:23
Taylor Kuehl: Passion, Dedication, and Success in Racing
Taylor Kuehl is a dedicated dirt modified racer with several years of experience in the sport, supported by sponsors such as Carl Customs, enterprises, AAA roofing, and Jake Henderson racing. Taylor's perspective on pursuing dirt modified racin...
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Season 6
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Episode 252
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45:36
From Michigan to Kentucky: A Journey in Racing for Sisters Megan Sanders and Rachel Carpenter
Megan Sanders and Rachel Carpenter are both successful women in the automotive industry and motorsports racing. Megan, a Michigan native with an automotive management degree, has honed her racing skills over the years and currently works at Sta...
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Season 6
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Episode 251
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1:03:25
PRI 2023 Podcast Stage Interview: Making History: Katie Hettinger's Trailblazing Achievements in Motorsports
Melinda Russell was one of the Motorsports Podcasters who did a live interview at PRI in Indianapolis last week. She chose Katie Hettinger as her guest. The interview was broadcast throughout the show.Katie Hettinger, a third-generation ...
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Season 6
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Episode 250
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46:11
BONUS EPISODE: Kyle's Inspiring Journey: From NASCAR Fan to Development Driver
Kyle Lockrow, a seasoned professional in the motorsports industry, and Tanya Banning, a key figure in the Women's Motorsports Network podcast, both have a shared mission of providing opportunities to underrepresented individuals in motorsports....
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Season 6
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Episode 249
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1:00:42
Garage Girls Jewelry: Unique Designs for Automotive Enthusiasts
Arianna, the 31-year-old entrepreneur and owner of Garage Girls Jewelry, has a rich background in the automotive industry and is a fervent advocate for supporting women-led businesses in physically demanding industries. Her perspective on this ...
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Season 6
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Episode 248
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29:03
Young Georgia Racer Emma Britt: Inspiring Woman in Motorsports
Emma Britt, a Georgia native with a deep-rooted passion for motorsports, has been immersed in the racing world from a young age, thanks to her father, a second-generation racer. Now in 11th grade, Emma attends an online school designed for race...
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Season 6
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Episode 247
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49:15
The Determination of a Budget Racing Team: Brad Smith and Jamie Wright
Brad Smith, a seasoned figure in the world of motorsports with a career spanning over 30 years, and Jamie Wright, a passionate individual who has been involved in motorsports for over five years, have formed a valuable partnership in ARCA racin...
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Season 6
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Episode 245
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57:00