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Drivin' Life

by Owen and Donovan

Professional Race Car Driver and 2018 IMSA Champion Owen Trinkler and automotive and race enthusiast Donovan Degelau sit down with collectors, racers, team owners and more to talk about cars, business and life!

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  1. Dayton 2022 with Edvin Dzafcic

    TeamTGM had an incredible weekend at Daytona. P2 and P6 in the Michelin Pilot Challenge 4 hour race on Friday and P7 in the Rolex 24 Hours at Dayton On Saturday/Sunday. In addition to the racing we also had the pleasure to meet up with Edvin Dzafcic from Trak Racer as he dropped off a complete…

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  2. Jody Covington and the Tennessee Karting Association

    Jody Covington has been a long time kart racer and enthusiast. Join us as we talk about his passion for karting, when it started and his journey to re-establishing the Tennessee Karting Association. Along the way Jody became friends with and helped our very own Owen Trinkler. The journey has now...

  3. Matt Crews brings IndyCar to Nashville

    MTSU place kicker, Matt Crews, brings IndyCar to Nashville. Ok, technically thats true, buttt.......Listen to this episode of DrivinLife and hear about the path Matt took from MTSU place kicker to CEO of the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix.

  4. TransAm at the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix

    Ken Thwaits with Showtime Motorsports and Franklin Road Apparel sits down with the guys to talk about the TransAm race at the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix. To say he had a lot going on that weekend is an understatement! He shares with us how he became a sponsor of the race. How he had a…

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  5. Big Machine Music City Grand Prix

    The event that DrivinLife and Nashville have been waiting for.....the Big Machine Music City Grand Prix!! Join Owen and Donovan as they get after the recap of the full weekends worth of events. Plus we throw in about 3 minutes of Nascar at the Glenn and IMSA Michelin Pilot Series racing at Road...

  6. Recap show Nascar at Sonoma and F1 at Azerbaijan

    Another great weekend of Racing! Formula 1 at Azerbaijan brought us great racing, huge disappointment and mistakes. Nascar saw the Xfinity series at Mid Ohio with some new pit rules and maybe not a surprise winner. The Cup series was at Sonoma where we saw great racing, fast cars and familiar…

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  7. Trams Am at Lime Rock with Ken Thwaits

    Join us on this episode as we sit down with Ken Thwaits to talk about the weekend at LIme Rock Connecticut. Or as Owen fondly called it...Slime Rock. It was wet again this weekend for the Trans Am race and Ken was immortalized with a beautiful shot of him going off track in turn one. Listen in as...

  8. Memorial Day Weekend Race Recap Show

    Join us as we recap all the racing from the Memorial Day Weekend. Two incredible races in the 105th running of the Indianapolis 500 and the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Both were fantastic races and Owen and Donovan couldn't wait to share this Recap Show! Let us not forget that the...

  9. Friends and Fans of Daytona

    On this episode we sit down with friends of the podcast Jeremy Sweeney and Chris Barrett to talk about their experience at the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona. We talk about that and, well, a bunch of stuff. We had a blast, they had a blast and we hope you enjoy this episode as we just chat with some...

  10. Daytona, Race weekend is in the books

    Owen and TeamTGM had a big weekend at Daytona. 2 different cars, 2 different races and 2 weeks at the track. Join us as we talk about how Owen and TeamTGM finished and get the behind the scenes details from Owen about what its like to be on track for 28 hours of competition in 2 days.

  11. Season 2 Episode 1

    We are back for Season 2! Join us for a brief intro to our plans for 2021, what derailed us at the end of '20 and discussion about the first race of the season. It is great to be back!! Thanks for joining us.

  12. TeamTGM at the Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona

    IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge Series TeamTGM is entering Rolex 24 At Daytona, as well as returning for the full 2021 season. Big news from TeamTGM this week and Donovan had the chance to have a conversation with Team Owner Ted Giovanis for a great conversation about the decision to enter a car in...

  13. Music City Grand Prix Update

    Music City Grand Prix COO Jason Rittenberry returns to the podcast with news of 2 additional support series races for the Grand Prix weekend. Added to the schedule will be the SRO GT World Challenge America series with GT3, GT2, and GT4 cars on track as well as TransAm TA2 cars in their own race....

  14. On Location at Cruisnin and Groovin

    Owen spent the evening out at Cruisin and Groovin in Pleasantview TN for their annual Trunk or Treat car show. There was plenty to see and do with over 250 car show entrants and better than 1000 spectators. In this episode Owen interviews the long drive winner, Roger Doonsand ( Roger, I apologize...

  15. JP Crabtree All American 400

    JP Crabtree, 3rd generation racer from Muncie Indiana joins us to talk about how he got started in racing and the upcoming All American 400 on Halloween weekend. We get to talk a little bit about what got him started in racing and what he does during his free time, which admittedly he does not…

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  16. Jason Rittenberry and the Music City GP

    Jason Rittenberry is the Chief Operating Officer of the Music City Gran Prix. We sat down with Jason to talk about his background in motorsports promotion and ultimately what brought him (back) to Tennessee. Bringing the NTT INDYCAR SERIES, the premier level open-wheel racing in North America, to...

  17. Zapata Racing

    Carl George, Sr. VP - Development, HCA Inc. (retired) and David Conrad, Legendary Nashville Songwriter and Music Executive share a friendship and a deep passion for vintage automobile racing. DrivinLife caught up with Carl and David in Carls 20,000 square foot garage. Or is it a vintage…

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  18. Bendointhings Part 2!

    We are back to finish up our conversation with Ben Pitts. In this episode we continue to talk about bikes and the wrap things up with a conversation about his new(ish) found passion for the 4 wheel variety of things that go fast. Enjoy!!

  19. Bendointhings Part 1

    On the show today we have local Nashville enthusiast Ben Pitts. Ben is better known to those of us locally as Bendointhings on Instagram. We sat down in the Bourbon Room of his home and talked.......Alot! So Much so that we had to make it 2 episodes. The conversation touched on Four wheel drive...

  20. Owen and Donovan Unplugged

    This week Owen and Donovan sit down with.....well, Owen and Donovan. This is the 24th episode for DrivinLife Podcast and we just wanted to take a moment and reflect on where we are. Where it all started, and where we are headed. We really want to thank the wonderful guests that have given so...

  21. Nashville Motorsports Enclave

    Coming Soon! Family friendly and enthusiast driven, NME will offer viewing hills and amenities to welcome the entire family on weekends, and special events. And thats just a small part of what they will offer. In Part 2 of our conversation with Jeremy Carpenter and Eric Richey we dive into the...

  22. GC Performance Classics

    DrivinLife had the opportunity to sit down, in the middle of GC Performance Classics Shop, Nashville, for a great conversation with Owner Jeremy Carpenter and his Business Partner Eric Richey. As is becoming customary with the guests we have on DrivinLife, we could have talked for hours. As it...

  23. The Car Stable with Matt Shaw

    Matt Shaw is a native to Tennessee. He graduated from Tennessee High School and then King University, both in Bristol, obtaining a degree in Biology. Matt started his working career in the family ophthalmic business as an Optician. He later moved to Memphis where he trained and worked in the…

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  24. The TG in TeamTGM. Ted Giovanis

    For 2020, TGM debuted two brand new entries, as well as a new driver lineup, to run in the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge (IMPC) Grand Sport (GS) class. The team will field the No. 64 Camaro GT.R featuring drivers Ted Giovanis and Owen Trinkler, and the No. 46 Camaro GT.R featuring drivers Hugh...

  25. Sergeant Liam Dwyer

    Marine. Hero. Racer.

  26. Paul Arnold and Greg Taylor Tell Stories

    Paul Arnold is a Nashville Developer that loves to go fast....Cars, boats, go carts, Jet skis pretty much anything fast. Greg Taylor is retired from owning the Nashville Malibu Boats dealership. Greg also likes to go fast. Greg and Paul have both raced cars professionally. The passion runs deep…

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  27. From BMX to Porsche, Brendan Thompson

    Brendan Thompson has always enjoyed anything with wheels throughout his life. From 20 inch bicycles when he was racing BMX to 20 inch wheels when he is tracking one of his cars. He even throws in the occasional skateboard for good measure. Join us this week as we sit down with Brendan in his…

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  28. 9 mile Camaro with Ken Thwaits

    To say Ken Thwaits is “driven” is an understatement. Ken is a Successful Businessman, Professional Race Driver, Accomplished Pilot and Automotive Enthusiast. He began racing in his teens, eventually turning pro in 1979, and winning the Mazda Pro Series national championship in 1984. In 1993, Ken...

  29. Mike Tatoian and Dover Speedway Group

    Join us for a great conversation and update about Nascar's announcement to return to Nashville with Mike Tatoian, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer of Dover Motorsports, Inc., and he also serves as the president & CEO of Dover International Speedway aka "The Monster Mile".…

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  30. Fred Ashmore: Transcontinental Record Holder

    Fred Ashmore joins us on the show. 25:55 is an insane number when you consider that it represents the time it took for one man to drive from New York to LA. Making only one stop for fuel, in a RENTAL CAR! As usual, we dig a little deeper than just the details of the record setting run, which we…

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  31. The First Family of VIR PT2

    Today we rejoin Alex Smith for part 2 of our conversation. In this episode, Alex shares more stories about his relationships and his love of VIR. We also get to hear a little more about who he is. From his business philosophy to his book. When you finish todays episode I think you will understand...

  32. The First Family of VIR

    Alex Smith and the Smith family are fondly referred to as the First Family of VIR (Virginia International Raceway) by our own Owen Trinkler. We sat down with Alex, in his villa at VIR for a conversation about his passions. His passion for his wife and family. His passion for his career. His…

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  33. Rockin and Racing with John Oates

    Most people know John Oates as a Rock 'n Roll superstar who sold over 40 Million records and is in the Songwriters Hall of Fame... which is true. We also sat down with John the car collector, race car driver and auto enthusiast to discuss how his passion for music and automobiles intertwined...

  34. DrivinLife with Bob Ingram and the Ingram Collection

    We invite you to join us over the next two weeks and share in the conversation we recently had with Mr. Bob Ingram. If you know the name, you know the Ingram Collection. Bob and his family have built what is arguably the world's most significant privately owned Porsche Automobile collection. Or…

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  35. Cruise'n N Groove'n

    DrivinLife was invited to go and check out Cruise'n N Groove'n in Pleasant View Tennessee over the weekend. So we decided to set up the podcast gear and talk to some of the auto enthusiasts that made the trip. The event is held every 3rd Saturday of the month. Put it in your calendar and out to…

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  36. Bob Ingram and the Ingram Collection part 2

    We invite you to join us for part 2 of the conversation we recently had with Mr. Bob Ingram. If you know the name, you know the Ingram Collection. Bob and his family have built what is arguably the world's most significant privately owned Porsche Automobile collection. Or, as Cam Ingram said in a...

  37. DrivinLife with Sammy Pouri

    This week we sit down with Sammy Pouri in his office/mancave. Mancave does not do this space justice! We talked to Sammy about this space and the cars in it. We talked about his business work ethic. We talked about his criteria for a Saturday morning drive.... I think you get the point. Take a...

  38. Drivin' Life with Chandler Welling

    We met with Chandler, Founder and CEO of Welling Media, an advertising and marketing firm in Franklin, TN. Sitting down in his man cave/office which is home home to his 1965 Shelby Cobra and his newly acquired Porsche 911 GT3RS and of course his daily driver, an Aston Martin Vantage. Chandler...

  39. Milwaukee Mile Lap Record with Jeff Tilton

    On today's episode, we have a special guest in Mr. Jeff Tilton. Jeff and Donovan are life long friends that grew up loving everything with a motor, from Snowmobiles to Jet Skis and Motorcycles to Motorhomes, we have had an experience with them all. Especially important with today's episode, aside...

  40. Drivin' Life with Jeremy Sweeney

    This episode is with Jeremy Sweeney, Wealth Manager, Certified Financial Planner, and Obsessed Automotive Enthusiast. His love of all things automotive started much the same way as many of ours....reading car magazines as a kid. Jeremy's first car was a 1989 Honda Civic, and it only got better…

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  41. Taking Flight with Pilot Jason Abbott

    Jason Abbott appreciates anything with an engine especially cars, his boat, motorcycles, and the planes he flies. He sat down and talked with us about his 14 years working as a pilot for Southwest Airlines and his military service prior to that. He shared some great stories with us that we hope…

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  42. Drivin' Life with Addison

    Owen and Donovan sit down with Addison, owner and creator of Gunner Kennels to discuss how his passion and mission created the ultimate in safety for dog kennels, giving owners and hunters peace of mind.

  43. Drivin' Life with Dr.Ross

    Hey guys its Owen and Donovan here! We hope you guys enjoy this episode of Drivin' Life with Dr. Ross Dr. Ross Robinson is a Porsche enthusiast and race car driver in the WRL series. When he is not in his garage or on the track, you will find him in scrubs at St. Thomas West Hospital in…

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  44. Intro to Drivin' Life

    Welcome to the Drivin' Life podcast with Donovan and Owen! Hope yall enjoy

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Professional Race Car Driver and 2018 IMSA Champion Owen Trinkler and automotive and race enthusiast Donovan Degelau sit down with collectors, racers, team owners and more to talk about cars, business and life!

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Professional Race Car Driver and 2018 IMSA Champion Owen Trinkler and automotive and race enthusiast Donovan Degelau sit down with collectors, racers, team owners and more to talk about cars, business and life!

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