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EPISODE · Sep 12, 2024 · 23 MIN

Lion, Tiger, Bear ... Oh My! (John W. Warner IV)

from BREAK/FIX the Motorsports & Vehicle Enthusiast Variety Show · host Gran Touring Motorsports

In this Pit Stop minisode of the Break/Fix, we delve into the fascinating automotive past of John W. Warner IV, touching on various experiences with iconic cars and racing depictions in movies. The discussion initially focuses on the discrepancies in how motorsports are portrayed in Hollywood films like 'Ford vs Ferrari' and 'Rush,' compared to real-life racing dynamics. The conversation then shifts to historical fiction, as the guest talks about merging World War II history with UFO lore and automaker Ferdinand Porsche's wartime exploits in an upcoming book. Anecdotes include Porsche's unrealized designs, his affinity for diesel engines, and Bugatti's secretive aircraft projects during the war.  ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Driving Celebrity Cars: The Reality 00:55 Racing Movies: Hits and Misses 02:24 Historical Fiction and UFOs 05:31 World War II and Porsche's Legacy 08:07 Lotus Turbo Esprit: A Personal Favorite 10:48 Bugatti and Porsche: A Tale of Two Geniuses 15:13 Advanced German Engineering 22:24 Conclusion and Call to Action ==================== The Motoring Podcast Network : Years of racing, wrenching and Motorsports experience brings together a top notch collection of knowledge, stories and information. #everyonehasastory #gtmbreakfix - motoringpodcast.net More Information: Visit Our Website Become a VIP at: Patreon Online Magazine: Gran Touring Follow us on Social: Instagram

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In this Pit Stop minisode of the Break/Fix, we delve into the fascinating automotive past of John W. Warner IV, touching on various experiences with iconic cars and racing depictions in movies. The discussion initially focuses on the discrepancies in how motorsports are portrayed in Hollywood films like ’Ford vs Ferrari’ and ’Rush,’ compared to real-life racing dynamics. The conversation then shifts to historical fiction, as the guest talks about merging World War II history with UFO lore and automaker Ferdinand Porsche’s wartime exploits in an upcoming book. Anecdotes include Porsche’s unrealized designs, his affinity for diesel engines, and Bugatti’s secretive aircraft projects during the war.

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