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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 59 MIN

Why Crashing at 100mph Didn't Stop Samantha Tan from Breaking Barriers in Car Racing

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Samantha Tan joins the Aconic Podcast to share her incredible journey from a small rural town in Canada to becoming one of the most recognized drivers in international endurance racing. As the first Asian woman to win a major international endurance championship, Samantha opens up about her path into motorsports, the mindset required to compete at the highest level, and the challenges of building a racing career in a male dominated sport. In this episode we explore Samantha Tan Racing, her partnership with BMW, and what it takes to compete in global endurance events like the 24 Hours of Dubai. Samantha also shares powerful insights about representation in sports, overcoming stereotypes, and using adversity as motivation to win.  

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