Podcasting the Grid: How Women in Motorsports Are Rewriting the Narrative

This episode of The Logbook, our History of Motorsports series, presents a comprehensive examination of motorsport podcasts focused on women, led by Mike Stocz from the University of New Hampshire. The discussion delves into the thematic analysis of podcast descriptions, covering the representation of women in motorsports, and how these podcasts help foster participation and knowledge. Stocz explains the methodologies used to collect and analyze data, including an inductive thematic analysis of podcast descriptions. Key themes identified include career advancement, equity in motorsports, and technical aspects of the sport. The importance of creating inclusive spaces and the potential future direction of research, such as the success of these podcasts in engaging women, are also discussed. Additionally, the video touches on the role of podcasts in educating diverse groups and their potential impact on the motorsport community. ===== (Oo---x---oO) ===== 00:00 Introduction and Sponsors 00:16 Overview of Women in Motorsport Podcasts 00:55 Introduction to Mike Stocz 01:49 The Origin of the Research 02:42 Media Representation of Women in Motorsport 03:34 Podcast Study Methodology 07:14 Themes in Women in Motorsport Podcasts 09:11 Podcast Analysis Results 22:11 Implications and Future Research 23:43 Q&A Session 26:07 Closing Remarks and Sponsors ==================== 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 This episode is part of our HISTORY OF MOTORSPORTS SERIES and is sponsored in part by: The International Motor Racing Research Center (IMRRC), The Society of Automotive Historians (SAH), The Watkins Glen Area Chamber of Commerce, and the Argetsinger Family - and was recorded in front of a live studio audience.